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SK08 XJH

2008 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

67,288 mi
Last recorded67,288 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Saab 9-387,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 XJH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 67,288 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 64,699 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 62,193 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 59,921 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear both rear wheel arches corroded.

fuel filter corroded, suggest having this replaced asap.

Pass 22 Mar 2022 58,987 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2020 57,694 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses just pass (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust shield loose, suggest having this repaired

Rear top shocker mounts corroded both sides, suggest having these replaced asap.

Fail 25 Aug 2020 57,692 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses just pass (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear reverse light out

Rear exhaust shield loose, suggest having this repaired

Rear top shocker mounts corroded both sides, suggest having these replaced asap.

Pass 12 Aug 2019 56,784 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

n/s/r brake sticking slightly

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 6 Aug 2018 54,962 miles

Rear both top shocker mounts corroded

Fail 6 Aug 2018 54,961 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear both top shocker mounts corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2017 53,181 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 50,497 miles

N/S/F TYRE IS WORN TO 4/4/2mm

O/S/R REVERSE LIGHT IS INOP

Fail 11 Aug 2016 50,947 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

N/S/F TYRE IS WORN TO 4/4/2mm

O/S/R REVERSE LIGHT IS INOP

Pass 20 Aug 2015 48,322 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 46,560 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 46,559 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 41,086 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Feb 2014 41,086 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 29,788 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 21,882 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 14,846 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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SK08 XJH is a 2008 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2008 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 87,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK08 XJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK08 XJH registered?

SK08 XJH is a 2008 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SK08 XJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 XJH shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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